Serving 921 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Treadwell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 921 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Treadwell Elementary serves the west part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Treadwell Elementary School's student population of 921 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
921 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Treadwell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Treadwell Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1537 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
66%
16%
Black
30%
20%
White
3%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Treadwell Elementary School's ranking?
Treadwell Elementary School is ranked #1537 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Treadwell Elementary School?
921 students attend Treadwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Treadwell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Treadwell Elementary School offer ?
Treadwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Treadwell Elementary School part of?
Treadwell Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Treadwell Elementary School located?
Treadwell Elementary School is located in the Grahamwood neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Grahamwood.
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